Care Assistant (Days)

Amicacare; Taunton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle-to-work

Eyecare vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Early access wage scheme

Long service awards

Refer a friend £200

Supportive environment

Job summary

Amica Care is opening a brand-new Care home, Greenland's Meadow in September 2026 in Taunton. We are recruiting compassionate Care Assistants (Days) to join our team and support our very first residents. You will help residents with daily routines, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing in a warm, welcoming environment.

Various shifts are available, including weekends. No sponsorship is offered. Previous care experience is welcome, but your passion for supporting people and teamwork is

Qualifications

• Caring, reliable and committed to making a positive difference to residents' lives.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn. Previous care experience welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Getting to know residents as individuals and supporting them in a way that reflects their personal needs, choices and routines.
• Helping residents with day-to-day activities while encouraging independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Building warm, positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues and visiting professionals.
• Noticing the small things that matter and sharing any changes or concerns with the team, so residents receive the right support.
• Keeping clear care records and communicating well with colleagues to help provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Working safely and thoughtfully, following guidance around safeguarding, infection prevention, confidentiality and wellbeing.
• Being part of a friendly team and helping to create a home where residents feel comfortable, respected and cared for.

Skills

Caring

Reliability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

No agencies please. We will be in touch with you if we need your support.

Unfortunately, we are not offering sponsorship for this role at present.

Amica Care is excited to be opening our brand - new Care home, Greenland's Meadow in September 2026! We are ready to start looking for compassionate Care Assistants (Days) to join our team and support our very first residents. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a warm, welcoming home where residents feel safe, valued and supported.

The role:

In this role, you will support residents with their daily routines, promoting independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing. Working as part of a caring and supportive team, you will provide person-centred care and help create positive experiences for residents every day.

Various shifts available inclusive of the requirement to work alternate weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Getting to know residents as individuals and supporting them in a way that reflects their personal needs, choices and routines.
• Helping residents with day-to-day activities while encouraging independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Building warm, positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues and visiting professionals.
• Noticing the small things that matter and sharing any changes or concerns with the team, so residents receive the right support.
• Keeping clear care records and communicating well with colleagues to help provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Working safely and thoughtfully, following guidance around safeguarding, infection prevention, confidentiality and wellbeing.
• Being part of a friendly team and helping to create a home where residents feel comfortable, respected and cared for.

About You:

You will be caring, reliable and committed to making a positive difference to residents' lives. You will bring a kind and respectful approach, good communication skills and a willingness to learn. Previous experience in care is welcome, but what matters most is your passion for supporting people and working well as part of a team.

Why join Amica Care?

At Amica, you'll find a caring, inclusive culture where people genuinely matter. As a charity, we are values-led and focused on making a meaningful difference, while also being committed to playing our part in protecting the environment. We offer:

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The satisfaction of knowing your work makes a real difference every day
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers for VDU roles
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) free, confidential support for you and your family (wellbeing, counselling, legal advice).
• Early access wage scheme for financial flexibility.
• Long service awards
• A refer a friend bonus of £200.
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

The closing date for this vacancy is 17th September 2026.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised date and therefore encourage early applications.

Amica Care is a Disability Confident Employer.

Amica Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.